Pampered by my three brothers: the return of the neglected heiress

353 What a gentleman

The dinner started quietly, with only a few exchanges between Zoren and Patricia. It wasn't until they were in the middle of the meal that the conversation picked up.

"I see..." Zoren nodded. "So you had your own boutique?"

"Yes," Patricia replied with a proud grin. "And all of them were my designs."

During their first meeting, all they had talked about was something... trivial. More like general stories about themselves and a little bit about the past. Now, they were delving deeper into each other's backgrounds-like a real date. supported my b

"So far, everything is great!" she continued. "Some of my friends and even promoted it, even though I never asked them to do that."

"Oh?" Zoren nodded in understanding. "You have nice friends."

Nice? Patricia almost sneered at the thought.

"We just support each other," she said with a smile. "That's what friends are for"

Zoren nodded, twirling his wine slightly. "And your brother? Has he not supported you? You didn't mention him in your story."

"Renren, why would I want my brother to meddle with my business?" she pouted. "My brother already has a lot on his plate. Moreover, I want to excel as an individual and not rely on my family's success!" 1

"Oh..." His smile stretched with satisfaction, which didn't escape her notice.

"My b

is dealing with a lot of troublesome bullies in the business industry," she added with

of sadness in her voice. "So,

would have vomited blood. Everyone knew how Patricia blamed her brother for her unsuccessful business

few suits, Zoren

about it at first. I didn't

"Mhm."

clearing her throat when she realized it was the best time to bring up some-issues. "Actually, Renren... I did mention my brother and some troublemakers..." she trailed off to study his reaction. However, Zoren's reaction remained unchanged. That was

deeply. "I'm not telling you this

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business day and

at him. "That's why I am working hard in my chosen field, because if this continues, our family might... her voice cracked as a thin layer of tears coated her eyes. She sniffed hard and

she laughed awkwardly. "It just makes me sad that such cruel people

gaze on her, watching her reach out for a tissue to wipe her eyes.

"Hmm?"

troublemakers," he clarified. "Who

surviving until now. I only mentioned this because

Corporation is associated with the

in surprise, holding

family? Would that be enough protection for you and your family? It'll

the Miller family. would bow down to them again. Just imagining their sorry faces almost made her laugh. Surely, getting this gig was the best decision she had made in her entire life. Just having his permission to use Pierson Corporation and his name... is already something any family would be honored by,' she thought. And

soft voice came out, her eyes

"Yes."

waited for me, you're still going to do me a favor. Never mind, Renren. I simply told you because it was upsetting for me, but I didn't want you to think I was using you." Zoren shook his head. "You being here is enough as repayment," he soothed gently. "Moreover, you are my Penny. I'd do anything for you